Ghee can turn a so-so relationship into a fabulous union. Mushrooms are a good example. Cooked in flavorless oil, they are so-so, but cooked in flavorful ghee, either plain or spiced, mushrooms take on a dimension of exquisite flavor that oil simply cannot match. To be at their tastiest, saute mushrooms over very high heat. […]
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Millet: the traditional, gluten-free grain
Millet is an especially wonderful and important grain for people following a gluten free diet. It contains quite a bit of plant protein and fiber as well as minerals such as calcium, magnesium, copper and iron, and B-vitamins, folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin K. It’s cooks quickly and tastes great, similar to a […]
Jaggery Ginger Cookies
I bet you’ve had molasses cookies or ginger cookies before. These are similar, but instead of molasses, we’re using jaggery. MMMMMMmmmm. So good! View this post on Instagram These are hands down the best cookies I’ve ever made. 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻These are JAGGERY GINGER COOKIES. They are kind of like molasses cookies or ginger […]
Nigella sativa: The Seed of Blessing
Black Seeds (also known as Black Cumin Seeds, Nigella Sativa, and Kalonji) originated in Southern Asia, Southern Europe and North America. They have been used for centuries to promote health. The fruit of the plant contains small black seeds that, for thousands of years have been revered for both their medicinal and culinary uses. It’s […]
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Instant Pot Kheema
In India, this savory dish is made with minced lamb or goat, but you can also use ground beef, and it will taste great. Print Recipe Instant Pot Kheema Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! Course Entree, Main Dish, Non-vegetarian Cuisine Indian, Instant Pot Recipes Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 45 minutes […]
Using Milk in Ayurvedic Tradition with Nuts & Spices
Indian cooking is both delicious and medicinal. Much of it is based on the tradition of Ayurveda, an ancient Vedic system which uses the innate wisdom of nature to restore and maintain the health and balance of body, mind and spirit. The use of milk when properly prepared with certain spices, fruits and nuts, confers […]
Learning the Japanese Way of Eating in Hawaii
By Alana Sugar I was 15 when my parents confirmed we were moving to Honolulu. It was 1973. After my initial shock I grabbed the family encyclopedia to understand what life might be like living in Paradise. At the time, I had no idea how much this would shape my life. Hawaii is a […]
